GSLIS eUpdate: Volume 14, Number 3

The GSLIS eUpdate, published every other month, summarizes current news, events, alumni and advancement highlights, and continuing professional development opportunities. Other publications that may be of interest to alumni and friends are listed on the GSLIS Publications web page.


IN THIS ISSUE

  1. GSLIS Spotlight
  2. GSLIS News Summary
  3. Continuing Professional Development
  4. Alumni News
  5. Reconnect With GSLIS
  6. Unsubscribe and/or Contact Us

1. GSLIS SPOTLIGHT

Get to Know Ozzie Meza (MS '06), Entrepreneur
What do macaroni and cheese, floral design, and corporate librarianship have in common? GSLIS alumnus Ozzie Meza has found a common thread throughout his career as a librarian and entrepreneur in his strong creative energy, a knack for building relationships, and the courage to take on new challenges.


2. GSLIS NEWS SUMMARY

For a comprehensive list of recent news items, visit the GSLIS Newsroom.

NSF Features Bashir's Work in Cybersecurity Education
The National Science Foundation recently featured current research about cybersecurity education programs, one of which is co-led by GSLIS Assistant Professor Masooda Bashir. The Illinois Cyber Security Scholars Program (ICSSP) is funded by the NSF and teaches students how to protect the nation's cyber infrastructure by designing more secure systems and methodologies, as well as better cyber policy.

2014 Guide Book to Gift Books Now Available
The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books has released the 2014 Guide Book to Gift Books. This annual publication highlights more than three hundred of the best books for giving and receiving, with recommendations for children from birth to high school.

New Doctoral Field Exam in Socio-Technical Data Analytics (SODA)
GSLIS is now offering a new doctoral field exam in Socio-technical Data Analytics (SODA), which began during the Fall 2014 semester. GSLIS introduced the SODA specialization in the 2012-13 academic year, but this is the first time that a reading list and field exam specifically designated for doctoral students pursuing SODA research will be available.

GSLIS Social Media
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3. CONTINUING PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

The following courses are available for those interested in post-master's degree professional development. These courses are offered by GSLIS as an approved content provider for the ALA/APA-CPLA Program. More information about future courses and registration information can be found on our CPLA web page.

Planning and Management of Library Buildings
Dates: January 12 - February 16, 2015
Format: Online asynchronous sessions
Instructor: Rose Chenoweth, MSLIS
Cost: $300

Serving Diverse Populations
Dates: February 16 - March 23, 2015
Format: Online asynchronous sessions
Instructor: Lori S. Mestre, EdD, MALS
Cost: $300


4. ALUMNI NEWS

A Week of Giving

On the heels of Black Friday and Cyber Monday, we ask our alumni and friends to take time to give back to their communities during the first week of December. Giving Week is a time to give back through service or financial support. Whether you choose to give by volunteering, donating to a food drive, or opening your wallet, we hope you'll make giving a part of your annual holiday tradition.

As you think about giving back, we encourage you to consider making a year-end gift to the Annual Fund at GSLIS. The Annual Fund supports a wide range of activities that supplement academic studies and promote the professional development of our students. To learn more, please visit the GSLIS Giving web page. For more information, contact the Advancement Office at 217-244-3274.

Help GSLIS Recruit Outstanding New Students

As our master's program grows, we need your help to reach prospective students across the country. As GSLIS alumni, you know firsthand what makes our School special, and you understand the professional opportunities available in LIS. Help us connect with prospective students as an alumni recruiter!

Alumni recruiters may:

  • Talk one-on-one with prospective students
  • Represent GSLIS at events such as graduate school fairs
  • Organize receptions for prospective students in your area
  • Share information about GSLIS with potential students in your network

All alumni may participate, regardless of professional focus or geographic location. For more information about how you can help with our recruitment efforts, contact Roy Brooks, assistant director for career services and recruiting.

2015 GSLIS Corporate Roundtable (CRT) Schedule

Interested in networking with other library/information professionals in private industry and governmental institutions? Want to explore how others in different sectors are addressing the information challenge? Join the growing number of corporate partners, GSLIS alumni, students, faculty, and friends who meet quarterly at the GSLIS Corporate Roundtable. Participation is free and can be in person or remote. Contact Sharon Johnson to add your name to the CRT listserv to receive future announcements.

Mark your calendar:
March 6, 2015
11:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
iHotel, University of Illinois Research Park, Champaign, IL
CRT session followed by the 5th Annual Applied Project Session featuring student presentations about class projects with applicability to the corporate sector

June 5, 2015
9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Illini Center, Chicago, IL

September 11, 2015
11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
University of Illinois Research Park, Champaign, IL

November 13, 2015
11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
University of Illinois Research Park, Champaign, IL


5. RECONNECT WITH GSLIS

Hello GSLIS alumni and friends! We invite you to reconnect and network with the GSLIS community at these upcoming events.

CIGG (Central Illinois GSLIS Grads) Gathering: Tuscola
Sunday, December 7, 2014
3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
The Vault Arts Collective
100 North Main Street, Tuscola, IL
Ruth Shasteen (CAS '13) will host a GSLIS alumni and student gathering at The Vault Arts Collective, a privately owned collective of independent artists located in Tuscola, Illinois. Reconnect, network, and introduce potential students to GSLIS. Please email the GSLIS Advancement Office by Thursday, December 4, if you plan to join us.
 
CIGG Gathering: State Farm Center
Sunday, January 11, 2015
2:00 p.m.
State Farm Center, Champaign, IL
"Pack the House" for the Illinois women's basketball game vs. Nebraska. Alumni, students, faculty, and staff are invited to attend. Bring family and friends. Admission is free! This is a great way to start the semester (and the new year). Remember to wear your orange and blue! Let's show our support and cheer on the team. Email the GSLIS Advancement Office by January 4 to reserve your seat in the GSLIS block.

GSLIS @ 2015 ALA Midwinter Meeting
January 30 - February 2, 2015
McCormick Place West
Chicago, IL
We invite you to join GSLIS at booth #2037 at the 2015 American Library Association Midwinter Meeting.
 
Downs Intellectual Freedom Award Reception at ALA Midwinter
Saturday, January 31, 2015
5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Hilton Chicago
720 S Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL
Join GSLIS at the reception to honor the recipient of the Robert B. Downs Intellectual Freedom Award sponsored by GSLIS and Libraries Unlimited.
 
Center for Children's Books (CCB) 14th Annual Book Pre-Sale
Sunday, February 15, 2015
1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
131 LIS, 501 East Daniel Street, Champaign, IL
Advance ticket required. Make your reservation by February 9, either by calling the CCB at 217-244-9331 or via email.

CCB 14th Annual Book Sale
February 16-18, 2015
24 LIS Building (Center for Children's Books)
501 E Daniel, Champaign, IL
For directions and parking information, please visit the CCB web page.


6. UNSUBSCRIBE AND/OR CONTACT US

This eUpdate is delivered to all GSLIS alumni with e-mail addresses on record at the University of Illinois Alumni Association. If you do not wish to receive further issues, please contact us and ask to be removed from the e-mail list. GSLIS will not release your e-mail address or share any other personal identifying information.

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The GSLIS website is an important resource for job seekers and employers alike, Visit our careers page to post a job, explore mentorship opportunities, and learn how to host students for practica, internships, and/or Alternative Spring Break.

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